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Teacher

Kelly Knapczyk

Joliet,IL

Summary

Engaging and patient teacher committed to promoting safe learning environment for all. Detail-oriented and compassionate with extensive knowledge in various subjects. Studious and passionate worker with extensive knowledge of teaching early childhood and updating teaching procedures. Committed to mentoring students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool
Romeoville, IL
01.2010 - Current
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.

Respite Caregiver

Kim Garr
Joleit, IL
05.2011 - 08.2015
  • Participated in enjoyable activities with client to provide mental stimulation with a child with cerebral palsy.
  • Assisted patients with hygiene, diet and mobility practices.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.

Teacher

Educare
Joliet, IL
04.2009 - 05.2009
  • Assited with front office duties of tution, classroom ordering, and director designee in directors absence.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.

Teacher/ Site Director

Rich Port YMCA
LaGrange, IL
04.1999 - 08.2007
  • -Summer Camp Site director overseeing 180 chidren and 23 staff members 1999-2002
  • Hired, trained and supervised staff members,. Responsible for staff payrolls, ordering camp supplies.
  • Securing field trips, transportation and coordinating schedules with other departments.
  • After School Site-Director 1999-2002 supervising a staff of 3 and 20 children spread over 3 school districts and 5 schools.
  • Pre-School teacher during non school and camp sessions in Kindergarten Pre-K, 3's, 2,s 1999-2006.
  • Director designee and closing school superviosr.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.

Student Clinican Intern

Rudolf & Sadie Dreikrus Pyschological Services
Chicago, IL
09.1997 - 05.1999
  • Provided individual out pateient therapy to help clients understand their attitudes, beliefs, behavior, and feelings.
  • Provided individual, couple, child, and group cpounseling.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Provided individual therapy for at risk Grammar school Students weekly and a 7th and 8th grade girls group counseling sessions.
  • Participated in weekly group and individual supervision sessions.
  • Participated in weekly in-services and case conferences.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Adler University
Chicago, IL
10.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

National-Louis University
Evanston, IL
06.1994

Skills

  • Interactive Teaching and Learning
  • Parent and Student Communication
  • Group Learning Mechanics
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Needs Assessment
  • Excellent Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Creative Lesson Plan Development
  • Behavior Management
  • Classroom Management
  • Family Involvement
  • Creative Lesson Planning
  • Student Evaluations
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student Rapport
  • Team Building
  • Special Needs Students
  • Student Records Management

Certification

  • ECE Level 3
  • ECE Infant Toddler Level 2
  • CPR/ !st Aide Certified
  • Illinois Food Handler Certified
  • Illinois ParaProfessional Certifed

Timeline

Respite Caregiver

Kim Garr
05.2011 - 08.2015

Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool
01.2010 - Current

Teacher

Educare
04.2009 - 05.2009

Teacher/ Site Director

Rich Port YMCA
04.1999 - 08.2007

Student Clinican Intern

Rudolf & Sadie Dreikrus Pyschological Services
09.1997 - 05.1999

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Adler University

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

National-Louis University

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